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Scope of Practice

The scope of practice for physical therapists is dynamic, evolving with evidence, education, and societal needs.

APTA Guide to Physical Therapist Practice

Feb 9, 2023/Website

The Guide is the description of physical therapist practice for use by PT and PTA educators, students, and clinicians.

Information for Media

APTA's public relations staff respond to media requests and connect reporters with APTA staff and physical therapy spokespersons, as appropriate.

News and Publications

We provide the content that you trust, empowering you with the information and resources you need to advance your career.

Marketing Yourself

Jul 1, 2020/Podcast

Scott McAfee believes that our profession and its professionals have untapped potential when it comes to showing value and marketing ourselves.

Mental Health and Self-Care

Jul 5, 2020/Podcast

Discussing mental health in the times of COVID-19 and beyond, and wellness tactics and strategies students can use now and into the future.

APTA Practice Advisories

APTA Practice Advisories are a structured approach to help physical therapists and physical therapist assistants understand and respond to emerging issues in clinical practice. It offers clear guidance to ensure that PTs and PTAs remain informed, prepared, and supported while confidently integrating

APTA Monkeypox Practice Advisory Now Available

Oct 3, 2022/News

The new resource is a quick reference to help PTs, PTAs, and others reduce the risk of transmission in clinical settings.

PTJ Author Interview: Severe Spinal Stenosis and Exercise-Based Rehabilitation

Oct 20, 2026/Podcast

Listening Time  — 16:15 Podcast Platforms Icons In this episode of the PTJ Podcast, Editorial Board Member John Heick, PT, DPT, PhD, talks with Bahar Shahidi, PT, DPT, PhD, about her recently published study that found that exercise-based rehabilitation results in the same magnitude of improvement in

PT Student Loan Repayment Bill Returns

Jul 26, 2023/News

The legislation would add PTs to the National Health Services Corps and expand the role of PTs in community health centers.